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Literally meaning “Meadow of Gold”, Sonmarg is a treat to the eyes. Situated 87 km northeast of Srinagar, the capital of Jammu and Kashmir, Sonmarg is a popular base for adventure sports and is a trekker\'s heaven. Surrounded by snowy mountains, dense forests full of fir and pine, Sonmarg remains pleasant even during summers. It is believed Sonmarg got its name from the yellow crocus flowers which bloom in spring. In, Kashmiri language \'Son\' means \'gold\' and \'marg\' means \'garden\', hence jointly it means \'golden meadows\'. Glaciers and placid lakes surround the snow covered flower-laden meadow. Sonamarg is the gateway to Ladakh and situated just before the Zojii La pass. The Sindhu River, the cradle of Indus Valley Civilization, flows through the hill town. Sonmarg, besides Laddakh is the only place in India where you can see the river. Sindhu River is also called the Indus River.

Sonmarg Major Tourist Attractions

• Alpathar Lake

  
  Alpathar Lake is one of the major attractions of Gulmarg and the tourists can have a lot of fun here. This calm and beautiful Lake is also known as the picnic spot. The mesmerising ambiance of...

• Amarnath

  
  Indian pilgrims pay homage to Bhole Nath shiv shankar ice lingam at amarnath cave. Amarnath yatra is held every year to pay homage to Lord Shiva and Maa Parvati. The amarnath cave is in hymalya.

• Apharwat Peak

  
  Great views of the LOC / Pakistan and Indian military outpost (hats off to the soldiers who guard and protect our borders! ) from the peak.